Jackson

城市概覽

The terms "Jackson" and "Jackson Hole" are often mistakenly interchanged. "Jackson" is the name of the town. "Jackson Hole" refers to either the greater valley area (including, for example, the towns of Wilson and Kelly) or the Jackson Hole ski resort. Jackson transforms from a popular ski town during the winter into a mecca for travelers here to admire and participate in boundless summer beauty and activities. Meanwhile, in the spring and fall seasons, the town slows down as only the 6,000 or so year-round residents remain (and many of them may leave during this time as well) and many of the hotels and restaurants close for the season. Each of the seasons have their pluses and minuses depending on the visitor's expectations and desires, but it pays to know what time of year is best for what activity, especially in Jackson's unique high-altitude environment.

1 Jackson Hole Visitor Center, 532 North Cache St (on your right on the way out of town on Hwy 89 north), ☏ +1 307 739-3606. Mostly a gift shop, but also very friendly staff with good maps and local knowledge, and some wildlife exhibits on the upper floor and outside. (updated Dec 2016)

Climate

如何抵達

By plane 1 Jackson Hole Airport (JAC IATA) (7 miles north of the CBD, within the boundaries of Grand Teton National Park), ☏ +1 307-733-7682. Year-round flights are provided from Salt Lake City by Delta, and from Denver Airport by United. Seasonal services are provided by American, Frontier, United, and Delta from those cities and eleven others across the US. Alltrans runs a seasonal shuttle from the airport to Jackson and many hotels and motels offer free shuttle service. Rental cars are available at the airport from Avis, Hertz, and Enterprise. (updated Mar 2021)

By car Jackson is a few miles south of Grand Teton National Park on U.S. Route 191. Wyoming State Highway 22 intersects US-191 in Jackson, connecting to Victor, Idaho. The nearest city of size, Salt Lake City, Utah, served by several major airlines, is 307 miles or about a five-hour drive away.

By bus Mountain States Express has 1-2 round-trips per day to/from Salt Lake City via the U.S.89/U.S.30/U.S189 corridor Salt Lake Express has 2 round-trips per day to Idaho Falls, where connections can be made to the Rexburg - Salt Lake City and Idaho Falls - Grand Falls route. Bundu Bus bundubus.com has 2 round-trips per day to Idaho Falls, with service also available to West Thumb and West Yellowstone

當地交通

START Bus (Southern Teton Area Rapid Transit) serves Jackson, Teton Village, Star Valley to the south as far as Etna, and Teton Valley as far as Driggs, Idaho. Travel is free within the town limits and north to the National Museum of Wildlife Art. In addition to the rental car companies at the airport, Dollar and Thrifty both have depots downtown. The town of Jackson is small enough to be explored by walking, or bicycle.

必看景點

1 Town Square (George Washington Memorial Park). On U.S. 26/89/191 (which become Cache Drive), with Deloney Avenue to its north and Broadway Avenue to its south. Jackson's town square has unique arches at each of its four corners. These arches were constructed from hundreds of elk antlers. In the center of the square is a memorial to area soldiers. Surrounding the square are many shops and art galleries. During the summer months, actors stage a shoot-out skit at one corner of the square, complete with bank robbers, showgirls, a stage coach, and a lovable drunk doc. (updated Oct 2020) 2 Jackson Hole Museum, 225 N Cache St, ☏ +1 307-733-2414. W-Sa: 10AM-5PM. Over 50 years old, this museum houses almost 12,000 antiquities that range from Native American artifacts, to objects and tools from the area's first settlers and traders. Also features exhibits on the history of Jackson, Jackson Hole, and the surrounding National Parks. Walking tours available. $5 adults, $4 seniors & students. 3 National Elk Refuge, ☏ +1 307 733-9212, [email protected]. Every day, 8AM-7PM summer, 9AM-5PM winter. The National Elk Refuge preserves land for the more than 5000 elk that migrate to the area each winter. Though wildlife is easily viewable from the main Refuge Road, a highlight of a visit to the refuge is a ride on a horse-drawn sleigh, offered daily every year from December to April, depending on snow conditions. Hiking is limited in the refuge. 4 National Museum of Wildlife Art, 2820 Rungius Rd, toll-free: +1-800-313-9553. Open M-Sa 9AM-5PM, Su 1-5PM. Features over 5000 pieces of art, focused on wildlife and nature. $10 adults, $9 students/seniors, children 18 and under free. 5 Jackson National Fish Hatchery, 1500 Fish Hatchery Rd, ☏ +1 307 733-2510, [email protected]. (updated Oct 2020)

體驗活動

Skiing Skiing is a popular activity during the winter in Jackson, with a handful of top-notch resorts nearby.

1 Snow King Resort, 400 East Snow King Ave, toll-free: +1-800-522-5464. The base of this smaller mountain is incredibly convenient to the town, located a mere 6 blocks from the town square. (updated Oct 2020)

2 Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, 3395 Cody Ln, Teton Village, ☏ +1 307 733-2292 (general info), +1 307 733-2291 (snow conditions), [email protected]. Featuring a vertical rise of over 4,000 feet, this resort offers world-class skiing, and is in Teton Village, about a 15 minute drive from Jackson. Accessible by bus. (updated Oct 2020) 3 Grand Targhee Resort, 3300 East Ski Hill Rd, Alta (over Teton Pass, about an hour and a half from Jackson), ☏ +1 307 353-2300. This mountain that receives of 500 inches of snow every winter might be worth the trip for a taste of fresh powder. (updated Mar 2021)

Hiking An extensive network of trails runs through the mountains just outside of town, most easily accessible from the Cache Creek trailhead. Superb hiking opportunities abound in the nearby National Parks.

4 Alpine Slide. - in Jackson Hole 5 Horse Creek Ranch, 9600 South US Highway 89, ☏ +1 307 733-6556. Offers morning and afternoon rides up to the top of a mesa for a spectacular view of a section of Lewis and Clark's trail, followed by a pretty good cowboy meal. Guides are helpful and friendly. Great family activity. Around $225 per rider for a 2-hour ride plus meal.

River trips 6 Barker-Ewing River Trips, 945 West Broadway, toll-free: +1-800-448-4202. A family owned and operated Snake River whitewater rafting and float company with guides and gourmet meals. $50-300. 7 Mad River Boat Trips, 1255 South US Highway 89, toll-free: +1-800-458-7238. One of several float companies in Jackson, offering scenic leisurely trips or whitewater rafting trips with up to Class 3 rapids on the Snake River. Great fun with safe and knowledgeable guides. Great for

購物

The downtown area has all manner of stores spread across several city blocks. Goods offered range from outdoor apparel to artwork to run-of-the-mill souvenirs.

1 RARE Gallery Jackson Hole Arts, 485 West Broadway, ☏ +1 307 733-8726. Jackson Hole Art gallery featuring western contemporary art from Warhol, Lich